Orchard Theatre Dartford

Having opened in the 1980s, the Orchard Theatre in Dartford has gone on to establish itself as one of South East’s leading live entertainment venues with an eclectic programme of top-quality musicals, drama, comedy, dance, family shows, one-night events, and pantomime.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Casual Theatre Technician is a key part of the technical team at Orchard West, contributing to the successful delivery of all events, performances and building operations. This role supports visiting companies and users of the venue with a proactive, helpful and solution-focused approach.

ABOUT YOU

You will be a motivated team player and talented all-round technician. Comfortable in a fast-paced, receiving house environment, you will remain focused under pressure and adapt to shifting priorities with a calm and professional approach.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
• To ensure a safe and productive working environment is maintained at all times, and that all technical work complies with relevant legislation and guidance.
• To support and assist the Full Time Technical Team in achieving high standards of technical delivery, presentation and maintenance throughout the venue.
• To maintain cleanliness, organisation and appropriate care of all technical spaces, equipment and property—ensuring they are treated respectfully by both staff and visiting companies.
• To operate sound, lighting and AV systems, as well as stage management, during rehearsals and performances as required.
• To participate in the set-up and break-down (get-ins, fit-ups and get-outs) of visiting productions and events.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Proven experience of working collaboratively in technical teams to achieve targets and contribute positively to wider service objectives.
• Demonstrable achievement in the role(s) of stage technician, stage electrician and/or sound technician.
• Strong working knowledge of all aspects of theatre production, including sound, lighting and stage management.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work professionally with colleagues, visiting companies and artists.
• Willingness and ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset with the ability to work independently and use initiative.

about trafalgar entertainment 

Co-founded by Sir Howard Panter and Dame Rosemary Squire in 2017, Trafalgar Entertainment is a premium international live entertainment business focused on new productions, venue ownership, Performing Arts education, theatre ticketing, the distribution of live-streaming innovative content and the provision of great theatres where people can come together to share in the experience of live entertainment. TE is home to Trafalgar Theatres, The Chiswick Cinema, Trafalgar Theatre Productions, Trafalgar Releasing, Trafalgar Tickets, Stagecoach Performing Arts, Drama Kids/Helen O’Grady Drama Academy, ticketing company London Theatre Direct, Stagedoor, Jonathan Church Theatre Productions, and Imagine Theatre.

Trafalgar Theatres is the venue-operating division of Trafalgar Entertainment (TE). We currently operate 21 venues; including the Trafalgar Theatre in London’s West End and the Theatre Royal in Sydney. We’re growing fast, we’re confident in what we do, and we’re ambitious about the future. There’s never been a better time to get onboard.

We are passionate about entertainment, audiences, and the live experience and we value Creativity, Collaboration, Excellence and Respect.

For You

⭐Discounted theatre tickets

⭐Training and development plans

⭐Hundreds of savings across retailers with TE&ME 

⭐Flexible hours

⭐Access to mental health resources

⭐And much more...

Eligibility criteria applies

KEY INFORMATION